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AYSO SOCCER REGISTRATION – Soccer registration may be done online at ayso.bluesombrero.com/region773. If you are unable to register online, you may register at one of the live registrations at the soccer complex located on Groover Road on January 27 or February 3 from 9am until noon. The fee for new player is $55 and $35 for returning fall 2017 players. If you have question or concerns, please email aysohartselle@outlook.com

BASEBALL AND T-BALL REGISTRATION -You may register online January 15 through February 16 at hartselledixieyouthbaseball.siplay.com . If you are unable to register online, you may register at the live registration at the civic center on February 12 from 6-8pm. The fee is $50 for t-ball (ages 3-first year 5 yr old) and $75 for ages 5-14. There are family discounts available to those registering more than one child.

SOFTBALL REGISTRATION -Softball registration will be January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 22 from 6-8pm at the civic center. The fee is $100 per player. Players must be 5 by January 1, 2018.

SHINING STAR BASKETBALL – The Shining Star League showcases athletes with special needs. We encourage everyone to stop in to watch these amazing athletes in action. There is no fee to attend. Games will be played on Thursday evenings beginning at 5:30PM beginning February 8 and ending March 15, 2018.

YOGA – Yoga combines physical exercises, mental meditation, and breathing techniques to strengthen the muscles and relieve stress. Classes will be on Thursday mornings at 8am beginning February 1, 2018. The monthly fee is $20. There is no registration required but we do ask that you bring a yoga mat for floor exercises.

ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL -This league is designed with second and third shift workers in mind. Games will be played Wednesday mornings beginning February 21 through March 28. The first game will begin at 9AM. This is a co-ed league. The fee is $150 per team. For more information, please contact the civic center.

MAKE AND TAKE CRAFT NIGHT – Join us for a night of creativity and fun. Each month we will do a different type project. Craft nights begin at 6PM on February 8, March 8 and April 12. We plan to paint your choice of a mason jar or welcome door hanger in February, create a porch sign in March and paint mason jars and make flowers in April. The fee will vary per class. Like our Hartselle Parks and Recreation Facebook Page for more details.

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL -The inaugural season of youth coed flag football will begin in March. This league is for boys and girls age 5-13. Games will be played at the youth football field at the Grady and Margie Long Sports Complex. The fee is $40 per player. You may register at the civic center no later than February 12. Like our Hartselle Parks and Recreation Facebook Page and watch for more details.

SOUTHERN MARKET DAYS -Southern Market Days “Farm Fresh” Vintage Market will have a wide variety of unique, vintage goods as well as handmade items and boutique clothing. This event will be March 2-4 from 10am-4pm each day. The daily admission in is $5 per person. If you would like to be a vendor, please call 256-773-2581 for more information. Be sure to like our Facebook page Southern Market Days Vintage Market.

POOL PASS ONE-DAY SALE – Get your 2018 season passes to the Hartselle Aquatic Center for 30% off. The ONE-DAY SALE will be Tuesday, March 13th from 8A-8P at the Civic Center. With the discount the first pass will be $70 and each additional will be $35 each IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD ONLY. Season passes will be good from May 26th until August 12th. IF we are able to open on weekends until Labor Day weekend, passes will still be honored. Pool hours will be Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday 10A-6P, Tuesday-Thursday 10A-8P, Sunday 1P-6P. In addition, you can purchase your 2018 Hartselle Aquatic Center souvenir cup on this day. Prices are one cup for $15 or 2 cups for $25. The 2018 souvenir cup gets you free refills all summer! After this sale, there will be no discounts on multiple cups.

RUMMAGE SALE -Reserve your spot now for this one-day rummage sale. Sellers will be setting up in the parking lot directly in front of the civic center. Spaces will only be $10 each. The sale will be April 7 from 8am-1pm. If you are interested in selling, please pay and register no later than March 31.

SHINING STAR PAGEANT -This year’s Shining Star Pageant will be Saturday, April 28 at 10AM at the civic center. This pageant is for males and females of all ages with special needs. There is no fee for contestants or for spectators. If you know someone that might be interested in participating, please give us a call. All contestants must register no later than April 20.

AEROBICS -Aerobics classes are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8-9am in the back gym at the civic center. The fee is $5 per class or $25 per month. The first class is free! Classes are suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

BATON – Baton classes meet every Thursday afternoon. Each skill level will meet at different times beginning at 3:30PM. The fee is $50 per month. Kim Robertson is the instructor this class.

POOL PARTY -We have already started accepting reservations for parties at the aquatic center for the summer. If you are interested in having a party at Hartselle Aquatic Center, please call Lacy at 256-773-2581 for more details.

BALLET -The Dale Serrano Studio of Performing Arts instructors are at the civic center on Monday and Thursday afternoon teaching boys and girls age 2 an older the art of dance. For information on times and fees, please call the studio office at 205-822-6378.

UPCOMING EVENTS

FREE SUMMER MOVIES SERIES – MAY 4, JUNE 1, JULY 6, AND AUGUST 3

SPRING FLING INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SHOW – MAY 12

SWIMMING LESSON REGISTRATION –MAY 14

AQUATIC CENTER OPENING DAY – MAY 26

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Hartselle Park & Recreation Winter Events

Letters to Santa- This is the perfect opportunity to get your letter to Santa! We have a direct connection with the big guy! We will forward your letter to Santa and he will personally respond. (Please enclose a stamp with your letter.) All letters are due by December 8 to allow Santa time to answer. Teachers, if you plan to do this as a class project, please have the letters to the civic center by December 4.

Night at the Depot- All aboard the Polar Express!! Join us on December 1 at 6 pm at the historic Hartselle Train Depot. Children ages 5-10 are encouraged to wear your favorite pajamas while you enjoy viewing a Christmas favorite, The Polar Express. Tickets are $10 each and must be purchased at the civic center no later than November 27. Ticket prices include a meal, snacks and a visit from a special guest. Parents are encouraged to drop off the kids and enjoy the evening. Several downtown merchants and restaurants are offering extended hours on this date for your shopping pleasure!

Shining Stars Basketball League- Athletes, with special needs that are ages 8 and older are invited to register from December 4-January 19 at the civic center. There is no fee for the athletes. Games will be played on Thursdays at 5:30 pm from February 8-March 15. All games will be played on half court with an 8 foot goal. Volunteer registration will be held on the same dates. There is a $15 fee for volunteers. If your company/organization is interested in sponsoring a team please contact the civic center at 256-773-2581.

Breakfast with Santa – We have a festive morning planned with Santa on December 9 at 9 am at The Depot. The event is open to boys and girls ages 12 and under. The fee is $10 per child and includes breakfast provided by Bentley’s. You must register and pay at the civic center no later than December 4.

Pool Pass Sale – We are having a one day pool pass sale on December 12 from 8 AM-8 PM. If you’d like to give the gift of fun this year, here’s your chance! We are offering season passes for the Hartselle Aquatic Center at a discounted rate of $70 for one and $35 for each additional in the household. We will have gift certificates available.

Hartselle Kiwanis Christmas Parade-The annual Christmas Parade will be held December 14 at 7 PM in downtown Hartselle! This event is sponsored by the Hartselle Kiwanis Club. For more information, please visit their website at hartsellekiwanisclub.org

Men’s Basketball League- Registration will be held the whole month of January. The fee is $450 per team. All players must be at least 18 years old. Games will begin in February. For more information contact the civic center at 256-773-2581

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Ballet- Dale Serrano Dance Studio instructs classes at the civic center on Monday and Thursday evenings. Children ages 2 ½ and older are encouraged to register. To enroll call 205-822-6378.

Tumbling- Classes are held on Mondays from 3:30-5 pm. The fee is $40 per month. This class is open to children ages 5 and older.

Aerobics- This low impacts aerobics class is suitable for all ages. Classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8 am-9 am. The fee is $25 per month. No registration is required.

JMK Martial Arts- Registration will be held at the civic center on September 5 from 6:30-8:30 pm. For class locations, dates and fees visit www.jmkmartialarts.com.

Hartselle Shining Star’s Softball League- This league is open to male and female athletes with special needs. Players must be at least 6 years old by September 26. There is no age limit for this league. Games will be played every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 pm beginning September 26 at Grady & Margie Long Complex. There is no cost for athletes. The league will provide jerseys, game day refreshments for athletes, equipment and end of the season medals. We are currently seeking volunteers for the following positions: coaches and player assistants. There is a $15 fee to volunteer. This fee covers the league t-shirts and other expenses. All volunteers must attend one of two training sessions. All players and volunteers need to be registered no later than September 1. Call the civic center if you are interested in making a monetary donation, donating equipment, or if you are interested in becoming a team sponsor.

Baton- Former Crimsonette and current high school majorette coach, Kim Roberson, will be instructing baton classes beginning September 7. Classes will be held at 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm. The fee is $50 per month. For more information contact the civic center at 256-773-2581.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group- This group will meet on September 18, October 16, November 20 and December 18 at 6 pm.

Weight Watchers- Meetings are held every Monday at 5:30 pm. Weigh-Ins begin at 5 pm. For more information visit www.weightwatchers.com

Hartselle Senior Center- Area seniors ages 55 and older meet Monday- Friday from 9 am-noon for food, fellowship and fun. There is a suggested daily donation of $1.25. Meals are available for home-bound delivery and transportation is also available. For more information contact Steve at 256-773-0786.

Depot Days- This year’s Depot Days festival will be held September 16 in historic downtown Hartselle. There will be games for kids, craft vendors, food vendors, entertainment and more!! Contact the Hartselle Area Chamber at 256-773-4370.

Girls Basketball Registration- Hartselle Girls basketball registration will be held September 11-September 29 during normal operating hours of the civic center. This league is open to girls ages 7-12. The birthday cut off is September 1. The registration fee is $70. New players must bring a copy of their birth certificate to registration.

Coed Basketball Registration- Boys and girls ages 5&6 are encouraged to register for this league. Registration will be held on September 11-September 29 during normal operating hours of the civic center. The fee is $70 per player. September 1 is the birthday cut off. All new players must bring a copy of their birth certificate to registration.

September Painting Party- Back by popular demand!! This party will be held on September 21 at 6 pm. The fee is $20 and includes all supplies. You may choose from a sunflower door hanger or a Welcome sign door hanger. This is a DIY class, step by step instruction is not provided. Please pay and register no later than September 15.

Boys Basketball Registration- Registration will be held every Thursday in October from 6-8 pm. The fee is $70 per player. The birthday cut off is September 1. All new players must bring a copy of their birth certificate to registration.

Hay Day- Bigger and better than before!! Join us on October 28 from 5-8 pm in downtown Hartselle for games, hay rides, food trucks, inflatables and of course lots of CANDY!!! This event is free! If your business is not located downtown but you would like to get involved contact the civic center at 256-773-2581. There is no fee to set up a booth but you must register no later than October 20.

Cooking 101- If cooking Thanksgiving dinner scares you, this class is for you! You will learn to make chicken and dressing, sweet potato casserole and banana pudding. This class will be held on November 2 at 6pm. The fee is $20 per person and includes all supplies. This class is geared toward adults. Please register and pay no later than October 30.

Pallet Art Class- We will create a double sided scarecrow/snowman pallet design on November 9 at 6 pm. The fee is $30 per project and includes all supplies. This is a DIY class, step by step instruction will not be provided. Please register and pay no later than November 3.

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY THE WALK-THROUGH METAL DETECTOR WILL BE USED FOR ALL MEETINGS OF THE HARTSELLE CITY COUNCIL. ITEMS PROHIBITED INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Any items such as bags, purses, backpacks or packages.

Any firearm as defined in Alabama Code Section 13A-11-61.2.

Any deadly weapon, dangerous or explosive device, or as would by common sense or common usage be used primarily or secondarily as a weapon.

Any other instrument that is specially adapted as a weapon or dangerous object.

Any knife or any knife-like instrument of any length the purpose or design of which suggests that it is not merely a normal pocketknife and normally carried.

Any straight razor or razor blade.

Mace or pepper spray.

Any alcohol or drug of abuse or illegal substance.

Any incendiary device or firework, including smoke and stink bombs.

Any type of device that operates as a noisemaker or sound amplifier, except a personal hearing aid that operates without disruption during the meeting.

The security officers may exclude any other item or items that caution, good sense, or professional experience suggest are inappropriate to the meeting environment, whether or not that item is specifically listed.

Christmas Cards by You! – Create your very own Christmas cards with the help of instructor Laura Symonds. You will design two cards of five different holiday designs to take home. The fee, including all supplies, is only $25. Please register and pay at the civic center no later than November 28. The class will be December 3 at 10AM.

Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration – Join Life Church and the downtown merchants for the lighting of the Downtown Christmas Tree at 7:30PM on Sunday, December 4. The downtown merchants will also be open from 1-5PM. The tree will be located in the parking lot of Life Church. There will be entertainment, Christmas Caroling and more!

Painting Party – Express your creative side on December 6 by styling a festive door hanger! You may select from an ornament, a whimsical Grinch design or a stack of presents. The fee is only $15 per project and includes all supplies. This event will be December 6 at 6PM. Please pay and register no later than December 1.

Hartselle Kiwanis Christmas Parade -The annual Christmas Parade will be held December 8 at 7PM in downtown Hartselle! This event is sponsored by the Hartselle Kiwanis. For more information, please visit their website at hartsellekiwanisclub.org

Crafty Christmas Kids – Boys and Girls ages 7 and older, this class is for you! You will be designing Christmas cards of your own! What better gift to give than something that you’ve made yourself? The fee, including all supplies is only $25! This class will be December 10 at 10AM. You must pay and register at the civic center no later than December 5.

Letters to Santa – This is the perfect opportunity to get your letter to Santa! We a have a direct connection with the big guy! We will forward your letter to Santa and he will personally respond. (Please enclose a stamp with your letter.) All letters are due by December 14 to allow Santa time to answer. Teachers, if you plan to do this as a class project, please have the letters to the civic center by December 5.

Pool Pass Sale – We are having a one day pool pass sale on December 13 from 8AM-8PM. If you’d like to give the gift of fun this year, here’s your chance! We are offering passes for the Hartselle Aquatic Center at a discounted rate of $70 for one and $35 for each additional in the household. We will have gift certificates available. Please note that the aquatic center hours will change this year. Hours will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10AM-6PM, Tuesday and Thursday from 10AM-8PM and Sunday from 1-6PM.

Santa-Grams -Parents, would you like to schedule a personal visit from Santa for your kids? We can help! Stop by the civic center and schedule a time. Santa will stop by your house and talk with your children. The fee is $25 for the first child in the household and $5 for each additional. Please pay and register at the civic center no later than December 9th.

Supper with Santa – We have a festive evening planned with Santa on December 16 from 6-8PM. The event is open to boys and girls ages 5-10 years old. The fee is $20 per child and includes supper, games, crafts and more! Please pay and register at the civic center no later than December 12.

Mrs Claus’ Candy Kitchen –Santa’s helpers, ages 10-14 are encouraged to attend this hands-on candy making class on December 20 from 10AM-noon. The fee, including supplies is only $10. Everyone will bring home samples and directions for making the candies at home. Please pay and register no later than December 15

The 6th Annual Veterans parade will be on Saturday, Nov. 12th. The exhibits on Railroad Street will begin at 9:00 AM, a program at 10:00, and the Parade begins at 11:00. The speaker this year will be Maj. Gen. Allen Harrell from the ANG in Montgomery. The program will be in front of the Depot on Railroad Street. There is an entry form posted below on this page. It is free to enter and there will be free hot dogs and drinks for all veterans provided by the Morgan County Cattlemen.

To participate, if you would bring your group to the Hartselle Junior High School on Sparkman Street (old HHS to us old folks), and someone will line you up. Bring your entry forms if you haven’t dropped it off at City Hall before the event. The Parade takes the usual Christmas Parade route and ends up at the Tractor Supply parking lot. Join us in welcoming our hometown heroes back home!

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Situated on the edge of the Cumberland Plateau and the Highland Ridge, Hartselle Alabama is located along Interstate 65 within the Decatur metropolitan Region, and 35 miles from the high tech city of Huntsville, Alabama.